Dylan Carter, a 24-year-old singer who competed on NBC’s The Voice and captivated audiences with his powerful performances, died Saturday in a car accident in Colleton County, South Carolina. His family and local officials confirmed the tragic loss over the weekend, leaving his community in mourning.

Talented Performer Gone Too Soon

Carter’s family released a statement Sunday expressing their profound grief over the young singer’s death. The Town of Moncks Corner, where Carter regularly performed at community events, shared the heartbreaking news on Facebook. Officials described him as a gifted entertainer whose kindness and charm earned him tremendous respect throughout the region. His absence will deeply impact everyone who knew him or enjoyed his performances at local gatherings.

The singer had been scheduled to perform Monday night at the Town of Moncks Corner’s Music on Main event, but officials canceled the performance following his death. Additional details surrounding the fatal crash have not been publicly released. Carter’s passing represents a devastating loss for the South Carolina music community, where he had become a beloved fixture at town celebrations and local venues.

NEW: 'The Voice' star Dylan Carter has died at the age of 24 after getting in a car accident in South Carolina.

The announcement was made by Moncks Corner mayor Thomas Hamilton Jr.

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Rising Star From The Voice

Carter appeared on The Voice at just 20 years old, delivering a memorable rendition of Whitney Houston’s 2009 hit I Look to You. His emotional performance, which he dedicated to his late mother, impressed all four judges and prompted them to turn their chairs in competition for him. Carter selected country music legend Reba McEntire as his coach, fulfilling a longtime dream of working with the star he had admired for years.

Life Beyond Music

Outside his musical career, Carter worked as a realtor and served as part-owner of an RV park and campground in South Carolina. His family emphasized that he meant far more to them than his talents as an entertainer, describing him as a cherished friend whose loss has left them deeply saddened. The Town of Moncks Corner Council and staff extended their deepest sympathies to Carter’s loved ones and the broader community affected by this tragedy. His death serves as a somber reminder of life’s fragility and the lasting impact talented young people make on their communities.